The Crime Classification Manual: A Standard System for Investigating is a comprehensive textbook by John E. Douglas, Robert K. Ressler, Ann W. Burgess, and Allen G. Burgess. Published by Wiley & Sons, Incorporated in 2013, this third edition book provides a detailed system for investigating and classifying violent crimes. This manual is a valuable tool for understanding and analyzing criminal behaviors, making it a must-have for those interested in the subject area. Pages are crisp and clean! Nonsmoking home.